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Carr's Cabin, A classic river front cabin on the Upper Sacramento river.

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, video game console, DVD player
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, video game console, DVD player

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 491.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Carr's Cabin, A classic river front cabin on the Upper Sacramento river.

This circa 1904 two bedroom, two bath cabin is located on the Upper Sacramento River in Castella; 12 miles south of Mt Shasta and 4 miles south of Dunsmuir. The property has private access to this Blue Ribbon trout stream which is easy to get to and includes a beach area for sun bathing.

This Castella vacation rental features a covered back porch with an expansive view of the river. From the porch, back yard, or river's edge, on any given morning or evening, you can view the area's abundant wildlife to include hatches, fish rising, osprey, heron, mink, ducks, deer and the occasional river otter. The large shaded back yard includes a picnic table, gas BBQ and lawn furniture.

The cabin is clean and cozy. The living room has a rock fireplace for ambiance and additional heat and the master bath features a claw foot bathtub with a view of the river. There are plenty of books and games available to read or play. It also includes a new HDTV, Nintendo Gamecube console and dvd/vcr player.

Those interested in trains may find the front porch as an ideal locale for observing and photographing rail traffic. Water and other recreation pursuits include fishing, swimming, inner-tubing, rafting, kayaking and mountain biking. Please bring your own gear!

Surrounding areas:

The cabin is located 1 mile from the Castle Crags State Park (featuring 27 miles of hiking trails including the Pacific Crest Trail). The park is located in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest and serves as the gateway to the Castle Crags Wilderness Area, Seven Lakes Basin and the Shasta-Trinity Divide. These areas are easily accessible by well-maintained U.S. Forest Service roads. The area is also user-friendly for the ATV and off-road user.

The cabin is located 30 minutes or less from two 9-hole golf courses located in Weed and McCloud as well as two 18-hole golf courses located at Mt. Shasta Resort and Lake Shastina. Public play is accepted. Mt. Shasta Resort has four tennis courts with community access and no user fee.

If you are a winter sports enthusiast, we are less than 30 minutes from the Mt. Shasta Board and Ski Park and the Mt. Shasta Nordic Center. The immediate surrounding area presents venues for unlimited cross country skiing, back country skiing and snowmobiling. Permit # STR24-0028

Property manager

Mount Shasta Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video game console
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Porch
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking in home.

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 980 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No Pets.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Castella, CA

What's nearby

  • Castle Crags State Park - 3 min drive
  • Mossbrae Falls - 12 min drive
  • Mount Shasta City Park - 20 min drive
  • Lake Siskiyou - 22 min drive
  • Mt. Shasta Nordic Center - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunsmuir Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dining Cars - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunsmuir Brewery Works - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger Barn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪All Aboard Espresso - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Wheelhouse - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Carr's Cabin, A classic river front cabin on the Upper Sacramento river. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Carr's Cabin, A classic river front cabin on the Upper Sacramento river.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Carr's Cabin, A classic river front cabin on the Upper Sacramento river.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Carr's Cabin, A classic river front cabin on the Upper Sacramento river. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Castle Crags State Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Boxcar Gallery and Tauhindauli Park. Hedge Creek Falls and Sacramento River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Carr's Cabin, A classic river front cabin on the Upper Sacramento river. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 61 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
The property is cute and clean. I’m looking forward to coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Older cabin but updated. Great back porch grassy area on the river. Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Dana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Interesting
Interesting
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the river access!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin and location
Had a great stay. Check in when without a hitch, Mona let us know that she was available in case we needed anything. This is a beautiful little cabin and I really enjoyed the location and privacy. I could tell that she really takes Pride in her rental, the river is directly in the back only a stone's throw away. I would definitely rent again and I would recommend this cabin to anybody who is looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Myself I love to cook so one thing that I really appreciated was that she provided non-stick pans. I have rented locations from New York to California and most states in between and this is the first time that I have been able to cook without my food sticking to the pans. This is probably the cleanest location I have rented. Mona is a great host and a very nice person.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

William D., Novato, Ca

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and Relaxing
Fantastic stay at a quaint cabin on the scenic Sacramento River in Castella. My wife and daughter especially loved the trains out front of the cabin as they choo chood by, I loved the tranquility of the running river out back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we hoped for
Mona's cabin was perfect for us. It was cozy, warm, welcoming, with a wonderful covered back porch. Our son came up for a day and the two bedrooms with two baths works great. With a fishing river in your back yard what could be better :)).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brief trip
It was a hot time of year and the cabin was cool and clean. The access to river was easy and the out door chairs helped keep you close to the water. Would come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Peaceful Stay
Beautiful property on the Sacramento River. Home was a well maintained 1904 2 bedroom cabin. The kitchen was new and updated. Hostess had it well stocked with just about everything. It was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. We will go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and peaceful get away
We had an absolutely wonderful time at the river cabin. Mona was a perfect host. We enjoyed the relaxing river time and will definitely be back!! Thank you Mona.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lacey H., Crockett

Liked: Cleanliness
A gift for my parents
I bought this trip for my parents, who have a love for fly fishing. They are really new to not just camping or staying at a hotel and this was their second vacation home they have visited. They were IN LOVE! Definitely a rustic cabin feel and the decor of fly fishing is everywhere which my parents loved. The location is beautiful the host was amazing and kind and so welcoming. They can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John M., San Mateo, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect mountain cabin
Great spot to relax watch the river go by. Fun to be able to fish just down from backyard. Simple cabin but had all we needed. Some may find the trains that run across the street a bit loud but they were part of the charm too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Gem Found on a Whim
Booked this on a whim needing a getaway, and the pictures don’t do justice to the cabin - it was nicer than expected. Definitely a gem find - we will be booking the property again in the future! Definitely loved it, and so many positives about our stay - the location, the property, the owner, the amenities provided, the trains, the feeling of safety, the nature while being comfortable, accessibility to the water, and the perfect place for family time. Yes, yes, yes - thank you Carr family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

William T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice relaxing spot to spend with family and fishing!
Quiet, quaint and very comfortable. Every thing we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Charles G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Wasted Trip
Got to the property and it had already been rented by the owner to neighbor’s family. Property owner failed to respond to communication for booking 30 days prior to trip. She told VRBO she had too many emails to be able to respond. Ended up in a hotel room that smelled like dirty feet. My children were very disappointed the trip was cut short.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin E., Fairfield, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Entire place was beautiful and relaxing and beautiful sights nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nigel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay
We enjoy every moment in there. Great location and super cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lois W., Bainbridge Island

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin on the river
We enjoyed our stay here. The cabin has been remodeled while thoughtfully retaining the original charm. The decor theme is fishing and woodsy. The cabin was very clean and Mona is there if you need any help or want to find out about places to explore. We enjoyed going to Vista Point in the Castle Crag campground. Its so close so be sure stop. Its only a short beautiful walk from the parking area. The fireplace in the cabin is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was exactly what I wanted, so relaxing, the river, and the deer an added plus.
Awesome. I hope to return very soon. The cabin was very comfortable. Mona and her son were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

stephen m.

Liked: Cleanliness
very relaxing
Very nice very comfortable. Being so close to the river was terrific. Even though it was cold to be out on the back porch with coffee was wonderful. The trains were not a problem in fact we enjoyed them very much. Especially the art ( graffiti ) on the cars.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin on the river.
This cabin was great. It is located on a quiet street and there is not a lot of traffic. Yes, there are trains going by, but that is charm of a railroad town. I have been visiting Dunsmuir area since I was a child. I have rented cabins and houses in the area for many years as my two boys grew up. My youngest son drove up to fish for two days before his enlists in the Air Force and he walked away happy... and with trout. I think this was the best cabin I've rented yet. You can walk out the back door and walk down to the river. The cabin has history and yet the kitchen has modern convinces. The sheets and towels were crisp and clean. I like to cook and BBQ, and the cabin was well appointed and made it easy with nice plates, cups, etc. vs. the typical "old stuff" people typically have in weekend cabins. The host was great. There was a power outage on the first day there due to a tree falling on power cables, but we went fishing very early. Turns out, Mona came by with fresh coffee just in case we needed it. I would rent this cabin again. Thank you Mona for being such a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation needed and received.
Everything was great and was a great place to get in some relaxation time. Good restaurants in area. Only problem, couldn’t catch any fish.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
We had a wonderful time here. Train was little loud sometimes in the early morning , we loved the river in the back so relaxing . We will return next summer
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

EVELYNE G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Castella Vacation
The cabin was clean and the area around it was well maintained. It was a relaxing getaway. It is right on the river. We enjoyed ourselves. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Castella Cabin
Great get away on the upper Sacramento River, we hiked in the morning and enjoyed the river in the afternoon. A beautiful setting. Thanks to our hosts!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021